Firefighting Operation for Garage Fire in Pottendorf

A car in the garage had caught fire. When the fire brigade arrived, part of the garage was ablaze. There was a danger that the garage fire could spread to the apartment above or to the roof, it was reported.

Fire Brigade Prevented Flames from Spreading to Residential Building in Pottendorf Garage Fire

The spread was, however, prevented. The garage doors were cut open with a rescue chainsaw to reach the source of the fire. The vehicles were then recovered using a winch.

The extinguishing work lasted about two hours. No one was injured, all residents were able to escape to the outside on their own. However, there was total damage to the three cars and considerable damage to the building. Investigations into the cause of the fire have been initiated.

(APA/Red)

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